Many people in New York and elsewhere have short tempers. You may be one of those people, and even though you try your best to keep your temper in check, certain things just seem to set you off. In particular, if you are on the road and another driver seems to be...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
After a crash, do you need to go to the hospital?
When you're involved in a car crash, one of the things you need to do is to seek medical care. Most people know that doing so is smart, but did you know that it can help you get more out of your personal injury claim?When you go to the hospital, you're showing that...
Who’s most at risk of crashing in the summer?
Did you know that the summer months are some of the most dangerous for drivers? Summer is known as the official holder of the "100 deadliest days," in part because of the number of teen drivers on the roads.The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found that teens are a...
If a tire comes loose, whose fault is it?
You were traveling on a highway when you felt some unusual vibrations. Then, only a few moments later, you realized that you were struggling to control your vehicle. As you started losing control, you saw your tire flying away from your vehicle toward oncoming...
Motorcyclists at risk for serious injuries
Heading down the open road, the wind on your face, the sun shining down on your skin, the pure freedom of movement and the adrenaline coursing through your veins: this is what it feels like to ride a motorcycle. Motorcyclists enjoy a relationship with nature that...
Why is speeding such a dangerous action?
One of the most common causes of crashes in New York is speeding. Speeding is pretty common, and it would be rare to meet anyone who could say that they've never done it. Whether you're late for a meeting or trying to rush to get to lunch with a friend, speeding is...
New York’s statistics show motorcyclists are at risk of injuries
In the latest study available, the New York State Department of Health reported that motor vehicle collisions are a leading cause of death and injuries in the state. Between 2012 and 2014, around 1,098 people died annually in these collisions. Another 12,093 ended up...
More car accidents happen after the time change in the spring
When the time changes in the spring and fall, people start to debate about whether is old practice is necessary. The time change in the spring brings with it longer days and signs that summer is fast approaching, but it can come with some risks, too. Statistics...
Do you know the most dangerous kind of crash?
With so many ways to get into a car crash, you're bound to be in one at one time or another. There are very few people who go through life without being involved in even a minor fender-bender.There are several different categories of collisions that you could be...
New crash pilot programs change the way police respond to crashes
A new crash response program in New York went through a trial program in Staten Island in 2018. Interestingly, though the program changed police response methods to only going to vehicular accidents involving personal injuries, many people were not happy with the...
